Black Aura My Sun is the debut album from Deserta – the solo project of Matthew Doty. Mat has had a lot of knowledge and expertise in shoegaze and post-punk, and he’s poured it all in this revelation of sound, an aural journey that stretches the bounds of imagination. The synths blend together masterfully, creating […]
Angel Dust – Pretty Buff
It’s always refreshing to find someone taking something so familiar and spinning it in a new direction, sometimes it works so well that you wonder why other artists haven’t done it before. Such is the case for Broolyn’s Angel Du$t and their latest album Pretty Buff. You can lump this sound in the umbrella of […]
Clarke and the Himselfs – Pot Sounds
Clarke and the Himselfs latest album Pot Sounds is a brilliant gem of indie rock. Its Melodies are bright and vibrant, a collection of pastel colors swirling around a field of lo-fi grunge and grit. Although there’s a substantial amount of edginess in its 11 tracks, it maintains an optimism that ends itself well to […]
Fiona Apple – Fetch the Bolt Cutters
Fiona Apple has had an interesting career, the singer-songwriter first came into prominence in the late 90’s with her bold brand of contemporary pop music. In her fifth album Fetch the Bolt Cutters, she leaves all conventions behind — cutting through the chain link fence with gusto. This album is dense, running at almost an […]
Hikes – Mahal Kita
There’s an interesting combination of sounds in the latest album of Austin, TX’s Hikes. Mahal Kita, is filled with wonder and awe. They’ve managed to infuse post-rock with their folk songwriting style, creating an organic and vivid atmosphere. Despite its technicality, everything feels grounded and natural. Vocalist Nay Wilkins’ gentle voice is captivating, the guitar […]
Basic Plumbing – Keep Up Appearances
Patrick Doyle passed away in 2018, and although he may not be with us anymore, the Scottish songwriter left us with a diverse legacy of music. He’s gone from playing guitar with various acts in his hometown, to being the drummer for Veronica Falls, all the while writing his own solo material. Keeping Up Appearances […]